Trail Model Fleece Vest

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Sometimes the original is the best. That's why we've listened to loyal fans and brought back the Trail Model Fleece styling and fabric you remember. Polartec's Classic 200 polyester fleece is still made in Massachusetts, with quality that surpasses look-alikes. Soft, lightweight, warm and breathable, it's treated so moisture beads off and dries quickly. Composed of up to 85% recycled fibers, this fabric is also gentler on the planet. Wear it alone or layer over it. Zippered pockets. Imported. Machine wash and dry.

Traditional Fit Relaxed; best with lightweight layer; falls at hip.

Sometimes the original is the best. That's why we've listened to loyal fans and brought back the Trail Model Fleece styling and fabric you remember. Polartec's Classic 200 polyester fleece is still made in Massachusetts, with quality that surpasses look-alikes. Soft, lightweight, warm and breathable, it's treated so moisture beads off and dries quickly. Composed of up to 85% recycled fibers, this fabric is also gentler on the planet. Wear it alone or layer over it. Zippered pockets. Imported. Machine wash and dry.

Traditional Fit Relaxed; best with lightweight layer; falls at hip.

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Rated 5 out of 5 by CaptainEddy Trail model fleece vest
Over twenty years ago I purchased the original version of this vest. I sent it back about ten years ago because the zipper wore out. The LL Bean customer service rep didn't blink. Now after two decade's of wear and tear I've final worn it out. One of the front pockets has a hole poked through it, and the fleece is pretty thin. Can't anyone make something that will last????? Just kidding....... I am now at the age were I'm starting to consciously purchasing items that will last me the rest of my life. LL Bean is my store! And this is the vest I will wear for the rest of my life. Thanks Leon!
June 1, 2015

Rated 5 out of 5 by NWPacificcoaster Great Fleece Vest
I have several fleece vests from other manufacturers (mostly black and grey). This new one from LL Bean is by far my favorite. I've always wanted one with the front high pocket for my iPhone. The color (gold) is distinctive and I'm easily found on the golf course if someone needs to.
May 15, 2015

Rated 5 out of 5 by happyinNC3 good color, good lighter weight vest
This is a nice lighter weight fleece vest for spring and fall. I was afraid that the blue would be too bright and my husband wouldn't want it, but the color is very nice, but subtle. He really liked this vest.
May 13, 2015

Rated 3 out of 5 by CaliforniaSurfer Reviews Are Correct on Size
I am a big person 6'5" 295lbs and I bought the XXL Tall which I have purchased other LLB Tall XXL product and like them, roomy and comfortable. But this vest is a bit small as others are saying they have gotten smaller or a new fit model. I would order one size bigger is possible I can't went a big as I could. Its ok but I expected more room. Warm and made well. Not sure I would buy again
April 23, 2015

Rated 5 out of 5 by SegwayOwner LL Bean Trail Model Fleece Vest
I now have all the colors of this vest. It is warm, comfortable, and durable. I have been wearing these vest for years. You will not be disappointed in this garment. I travel a great deal by car for my job and this vest is the perfect item to keep in the car for those cold mornings.
March 28, 2015

Rated 5 out of 5 by girlygirl1 Men's Trail Model Fleece Vest
While the color is not quite as orange as I had hoped, this vest fits nicely, true to size and my husband is quite happy with it. We are hikers and sometimes we need just a bit of warmth and no bulk so this fits the bill.And the orange is a color we like to wear in hunting season so we have high visibility and are not mistaken for a deer.
There are three external zippered pockets and three pouch pockets inside so lots of places for car keys,sunglasses, a small camera and an energy bar.The vest is very good quality and well constructed.
March 25, 2015

Rated 2 out of 5 by jloman61 This used to be a good product.
The zippers and pockets are different than earlier models. The main zipper is finicky. I WILL zip up even if you unknowingly don't have the starter portion fully seated, which results in the zipper pulling apart from the bottom. Don't put anything of value in the pockets. The opening is low and everything falls out. I like to keep my chapstick, cell phone, etc., handy, but I also like to keep my hands in the warm pockets. Not a good combination. I had an earlier version of this vest and loved it for about 10 years. But it's unfortunately been changed to smaller zippers and lower pocket openings ... and I bought 2 of them! Ugh!.
March 1, 2015

Rated 3 out of 5 by jgwoods Getting smaller
I bought one of these vests a year or so ago and it is my favorite, stretchy, warm, totally comfy so I bought another because with LLBean ya never know when they will discontinue a favorite.
I swear the new one is smaller. They are both XXL tall. I push the limits of the fit at 6'9" and around 300lb. It will probably be fine for most folks but I am sitting on the fence and may return it.
February 11, 2015

Rated 2 out of 5 by mrw2day xxl very tight fit
my first review wasn't posted. xxl is very tight fit. I own 13 other llbean vests in xxl and all are roomy, but they seem to be getting smaller each year. Had to send back unusable. Only one drawstring pull on right side...I'm left handed. Poor design.
usa polartec is high quality and foreign assembly seems good, but since the largest size of these vests is xxl...and they are getting smaller looks like I'm going to have to find a new brand to buy.
December 18, 2014

Rated 2 out of 5 by mrw2day XXL Very Tight Fit
XXL was very tight fit. I have ordered the trail model in xxl in the past and they were roomy although it seems they are getting smaller and smaller over the past 5 years. This one was skin tight. I own older LLBean 2-LLbeanTrail model vests, 7-LLbean wind challenger vests, 2-LLbean iron mtn work canvas vest, and two other LLbean polortec vests that I can't remember the model name. That's 13 vests in size xxl and I can tell you from that experience they are getting smaller each year. My old ones fit fine, actually most are what I would describe as roomy, but I am having to return this because it is unwearable. A waist drawstring has been added to the trail model, but only adjusts from one side...which I think is a poor design. Otherwise the foreign workmanship and superior USA made Polartec appears excellent.
December 17, 2014